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8th March 1908 "International Women's Day" - WORLDWIDE

Info: The mimosa (technically, the Silver Wattle) is the symbol of the celebrations of Women's day in Italy and Russia

Musikmesse 2014 Frankfurt - Germany

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Be there from 12-15th of March - when the doors open for Musikmesse 2014 – spirit of music!

The international fair for musical instruments, sheet music, music production and music business connections.

The Musikmesse is the world's leading trade fair for the world of music. There, you will find a complete range of products with everything required for making music, not to mention innumerable workshops, concerts, demonstrations and discussion events.

This year all "free reed instruments" will return into the beautiful Hall 3.1 - so do not miss!!!

Further information during our next news edtion/April

or http://musik.messefrankfurt.com

Paolo Russo Radio/Concert - Buenos Aires/Argentina

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Denmark based italian Bandoneon musican Paolo Russo is currently in Buenos Aires Argentina, where he peformed in February a solo concert in Mundo Bolivar/Buenos Aires.

He will be next for a solo concert on Mar 06 - 22:00 Torquato TassoBuenos Aires (ARG) short solo concert

and for a Radio Show on Mar 0620:00 Radio AM TANGOBuenos Aires (ARG) interview + solo concert

Gewinnen Sie 1 Müller Harmonika und mehr.... Austria

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Diatonic Accordion Online Course and Lessons - Italy/WORLDWIDE

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THE WORLD'S MOST POPULAR DIATONIC ACCORDION ONLINE COURSE

This course has became the main didactic course in the world. It has been designed and published by Gianni Ventola Danese, a well known Italian diatonic accordion player, founder of The Accademia del Mantice (Italian Accordion Academy) and one of the most important musicians and innovators for the diatonic accordion . The course is widespread not only in Italy but also in 25 other countries including France , Belgium, Spain , United States, Canada, Russia and Australia. The basic course is in fact also available in English.

The course is designed for those who, not having the time or the opportunity to find a teacher of accordion in their city , they want to play the accordion acquiring step by step not only correct techniques but also a varied and amazing repertoire.

However, the online course can also fully replace a teacher since every online lesson illustrates the most advanced techniques of the instrument , by one of the most important diatonic accordion player in the world. There are also lessons on individual songs organized as professional arrangements and rich variations of music.

The Italian Accordion Academy (Accademia del Mantice) thought to those who, having no time or opportunity to find a peofessional diatonic accordion teacher in their city, they want to play the accordion acquiring step by step both acorrect setting-out and a wide repertoire of international diatonic accordion tunes.

The diatonic accordion online course is divided into two main sections:The Basic Course section. The section consists of fifteen lessons for beginners and for those who want to acquire a good basic technique. An educational path that in a time ranging from four to six months, brings the student a good knowledge of the instrument and a confidence level that lets start to build a personal repertoire of accordion tunes.The Accordion Tunes Repertory section. The section consists of a collection of lessons to learn in a correct way the most beautiful tunes for diatonic accordion. Italian, French, Scandinavian and many international accordion tunes are available. The online lessons catalogue is enriched time by time with new tunes.

What is an online lesson. Each online lesson is equivalent to two to three hours of face to face lesson, without considering the time the student has to devote to the study and practice of the given exercises. The online diatonic accordion course offers a comprehensive series of practice oriented and easy to learn lessons. Each lessons includes:- A cultural background of the tune or tradition analyzed through the lesson;- Detailed step by step instructions about studying and interpretation of the tune;- English subtitles for the spoken parts;- Videos for clearly represent hands position on the keyboard, both for left and right hand;- Audio extracts, in order to emphasize determinates musical passages, both in slow and normal speed;- Tablature or musical notation of the tune, for those who are able or need to read music;- Exercises;- Suggestions for playing and studying.

The lessons in a vast repertoire ranging from music to Italian French music , from tango to klezmer music , from waltzes to the most beautiful French mazurkas , plus a large number of lessons devoted to other beautiful pieces for organ. During live so the tradition and renewal of the repertoire.

The course can be purchased directly at the site http://www.organetto.name

Echuca and Moma Celtic Festival/Melbourne - Australia

The XXXIX International Citta di Castelfidardo Prize and Award competition for accordion soloists and groups takes place in Castelfidardo, Ancona, from September 18th to 21st. The festival is organised with the support of the city’s municipal administration and the Pro Loco Tourist Association. Artistic Director is Roberto Lucanero (picture right).

The competitiion rules and regulations in English and Italian can be downloaded at: 2014castelfidardo

The competition has sections for all types of accordions (including digital accordions) and bandoneons, for solo, ensemble and orchestras, and in a range of age categories and musical genres, such as Classical, Entertainment, Jazz, and World music. All competition winners will perform in a concert at the Astra Theatre.

There will be monetary prizes, scholarships and trophies on offer for highest placed competitors. The closing date for entries is August 24th.

This year, for the first time, the Castelfidardo event and CIA Italian member IAC have arranged that Italians may qualify for the 2014 CIACoupe Mondiale, which will be held in Salzburg, Austria, October 27th to November 2nd.

Crosby Crawfish and Zydeco Festival - USA

Crosby Crawfish and Zydeco Festival to be held on March 14-16, 2014 at the Crosby Fairgrounds in Crosby Texas 77535

Solo Zydeco Productions produces several music festivals each year The Crosby Zydeco Festival, The Soul and Blues Festival and the Kickin’ It Country Music Festival.

On March 14-16, 2014 The Crosby Crawfish Zydeco Festival will continue the tradition of celebrating and recognizing the rich music culture inherent to southeast Texas and the Southern Louisiana region. The festival features the most popular Zydeco bands performing over 10 hours of non-stop music, vendor booths and exhibits, as well as entertaining activities for the kids. This year’s festivities will include a Crawfish Cook off. The Crosby Crawfish & Zydeco Festival has become one of the most successful and recognized festivals throughout Texas and Louisiana. Previous years’ attendance has been as much as 15,000 for a one day event.

The Crosby Crawfish & Zydeco Festival showcases only the best of the best in the Zydeco genre. Center Stage will feature great music performed by Step Rideau and the Zydeco Outlaws, Brian Jack and the Zydeco Gamblers, Lil Nate and The Zydeco Big Tymers, Chris Ardoin and NuStep more of the most popular Zydeco bands from Texas and Louisiana will be announced.

ABOUT ZYDECODating back to the 1800s, Zydeco has its roots in African and Caribbean music through the influence of the combined Creole culture of African, American Indian and European people. Zydeco music is influenced by blues, jazz, rock and R&B music genres.

Zydeco music was originally created at house dances, where families and friends gathered for socializing. That’s the same atmosphere created at The Crosby Zydeco Festival!

http://www.crosbyzydecofest.com

Video: Fiachna Ó Mongáin - Traditional Irish Music - Ireland

This video was recorded in 2013 as part of an annual summer concert series at St. Nicholas' Collegiate Church, Galway City, Ireland. Concerts were also held in two other church venues; St. Mary's Church, Killarney, Co. Kerry, and the 'Holy Trinity Church', Westport, Co. Mayo.Published on Dec 1, 2013

Francisco el Hombre is a legendary figure, said to have originated the musical genre of Vallenato in Colombia. His story is very unclear and has been told by word of mouth from generation to generation.[edit] The StoryHis full name is Francisco Antonio Moscote. Francisco El Hombre is rumored to have gone around town to town in Colombia spreading news through the art of song. Not only did he sing the news, but he did it to the rhythm of an accordion that he always played whilst singing. This is how the genre of Vallenato in Colombia came to be. The exact era of his appearances is not known but it is rumored to have started around the late 1870s and early 1880s. Another MythThere is also a myth in Colombia where he was involved in a musical contest with Satan "El Diablo" and beat him with the rhythm of accordion and his voice. This is how he received the nickname "El Hombre" (The Man), which is how most Colombians know him - Francisco El Hombre. This myth also shows Colombia's strong Christian roots that have been integrated into everyday culture.

9th Editioin “MACEDONIAN PEARL FOLK-SEMINAR 2014” Macedonia

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Hotel “Manastir”-Berovo - MACEDONIA 1 – 10 July 2014

Hallo dear friends,MUSICIANS,DANCERS,SINGERS & VISITORS:

"Macedonian Pearl Folk-Seminar 2014".... Will be again in the eastern part of Macedonia-city of Berovo-HOTEL" MANASTIR" high 4 stars hotel, 5 miles from Ratevo,( Ratevka Dance) 3 miles from Rusinovo village( Berovka Dance) and 2 miles from one of the most beautiful mountain lake in Macedonia-"Berovo Lake". This is the most beautiful and clean ECO region in Macedonia.Neighborhood is authentic Village style. Gypsy quart is very close to the hotel,so it will be a lot of dancing and singing all the time. Big open market is 0.5 mile from the hotel. ....It will be few more local dance teachers for traditional village style..Of course every night will be live music with Goran Alachki,Bajsa Arifovska, Velika Stojkova Igor Dimovski and dancing with Snezana Balkanska and Zenil Redzepov.Local brass& zurla bands like surprise...I hope you will enjoy again in our beautiful Macedonia, exploring eastern part of our beauties. This summer will be participants from:USA,Canada,Germany,Belgium,Sweden,Norway,Hungary,Australia, Brazil and Japan.... The number of participants - LIMITED on 40 people maximum. It will be nice to start to think about next "Macedonian Pearl Folk-Seminar 2014" from now ,making reservations. ..

You can visit www.macedonianfolk. com there is a lot of picture from last seminars and video clips.... you can download a registration forms.

Squeezebox Mania VIII - USA

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This year Guzman Fox Productions is happy to announce that Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys will perform at the annual Squeezebox Extravaganza. Join us as we explore the frontier between the Texas/Louisiana border, showcasing virtuostic bandleaders from borderlands on both sides of the Sabine River.

New CD by “Colores de Tango” ...coming soon... – Italy

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The Duo “Colores de Tango” with Gianni Ventola Danese on the diatonic accordion (organetto) and Daria Rossi Poisa on the violoncello, are now working on their new CD, which will be released shortly.Watch out – we will report as soon as it is available….If you want to know some more about the duo – visit their website http://www.coloresdetango.it/